Aschelminthes are also known as roundworms because:
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Correct answer: The body is circular in cross-section
The term 'roundworm' is derived from the fact that the bodies of Aschelminthes appear circular when viewed in cross-section. They are triploblastic, pseudocoelomate animals.
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